Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer II plays a key role in developing and improving products, designs, and manufacturing processes from initial concept through final implementation. This position works on a variety of small-scale engineering projects with varying scope and complexity, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. The role involves hands-on work in a production environment, close collaboration with experienced team members, and the application of engineering principles to deliver innovative, practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-scale engineering projects (under $100K) from concept through implementation, ensuring alignment with budget, schedule, and quality objectives.
• Secure buy-in and technical approval from engineers and other stakeholders for project plans, designs, and process changes.
• Independently diagnose and resolve production issues using expertise in one or more technical disciplines such as rubber, fabrication, forming, coatings, castings, or machining.
• Develop, document, and execute testing protocols, incorporating input from team members to validate designs and processes.
• Define quality expectations for products and processes and implement quality assurance procedures to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Create, update, and maintain comprehensive production documentation, including work instructions, QA matrices, bills of materials, and detailed production procedures.
• Apply root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods to address process deviations, defects, and equipment issues.
• Drive process improvement and continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support tooling design, selection, and optimization to improve manufacturability, efficiency, and product quality.
• Collaborate with procurement and other cross-functional teams to ensure materials, tooling, and equipment meet project and production requirements.
• Use SolidWorks and other engineering tools to develop, modify, and optimize designs for manufacturability and performance.
• Contribute to DFMEA and other risk assessment activities to identify potential failure modes and implement preventive actions.
• Participate in troubleshooting activities on the production floor, including working with press brakes, jigs, and other manufacturing equipment.
• Support and promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the production environment.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineering or manufacturing projects from concept to implementation.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, organizing, and tracking progress against timelines and budgets.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a production or manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on proficiency with hand tools and power tools used in industrial and manufacturing settings.
• Practical experience in one or more technical disciplines such as rubber, fabrication, forming, coatings, castings, or machining.
• Experience with metal forming, metal casting, metal fabrication, metal bending, CNC machining, and welding.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks for design and process-related tasks.
• Experience applying root cause analysis techniques to resolve production and quality issues.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools, including 5S, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to define and track QA metrics and KPIs to monitor process performance and quality.
• Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with engineers, production staff, and cross-functional teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) or similar risk assessment tools.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma concepts and methodologies for process improvement.
• Experience in process improvement initiatives within manufacturing environments.
• Experience with tooling design, selection, and optimization for manufacturing processes.
• Exposure to procurement activities related to materials, tooling, and production equipment.
• Experience working with press brakes, jigs, and other specialized manufacturing fixtures.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment where priorities may shift.
• Ability to document processes clearly and accurately, including work instructions, QA matrices, and bills of materials.

Work Environment

This role is based in a production and industrial manufacturing environment where engineers work directly on the shop floor and engage closely with equipment, materials, and production teams. The work is hands-on and can be physically demanding, and it is common for clothing to become soiled with grease or other industrial residues during daily activities. Standard hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The environment involves the use of hand tools, power tools, metal forming and fabrication equipment, CNC machines, welding equipment, press brakes, and various jigs and fixtures. The culture emphasizes practical problem-solving, collaboration with experienced team members, and a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Bothell, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Quarterly Discretionary Profit-Sharing Bonus Year-End Bonus Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Medical, dental, and vision 100% employer-paid medical plan option for employee-only coverage Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bothell,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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